Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Occupational Therapist - FMLA
Career Insights for Occupational Therapist
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Illinois data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.
$88,059 / year median in Illinois
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Position Details Position:
Full-Time Occupational Therapist (OT)Grade Level:
PreK Position Type:
FMLA Coverage Start Date:
October 11, 2026End Date:
January 25, 2027Schedule:
Monday-Friday, approximately 8:00 AM-3:30PM Setting:
Onsite Hours:
Full-time Compensation:
$50-$60 per hour About the Role As the FMLA Occupational Therapist, you will provide occupational therapy services to PreK students and support their participation and success within the school environment. This role is ideal for an OT who enjoys working with early childhood students and is comfortable stepping into an established school-based program for a temporary assignment. Responsibilities Provide direct occupational therapy services to PreK students Implement individualized therapy goals and interventions Support students' fine motor, sensory, visual-motor, self-care, and functional skills as appropriate Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, related service providers, and families Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to the development and implementation of student goals Monitor and document student progress Complete required therapy documentation and maintain accurate service records Communicate student needs and progress with the educational team Provide developmentally appropriate, engaging, and student-centered interventions Qualifications Current Illinois IDFPR Occupational Therapy license Experience working with children is preferred School-based or early childhood experience is a plus Strong communication and collaboration skills Ability to work independently while becoming an effective member of an established school team Passion for supporting young students and helping them develop the skills needed to participate successfully in school Compensation & Benefits $50-$60 per hour Free health insurance, 401k with matching, clinical support team Full-time FMLA assignment Consistent Monday-Friday schedule Daytime school hours Dedicated support from the AnthroMed Education team Clinical and professional support throughout your assignment Why Join AnthroMed Education? At AnthroMed Education, we believe clinicians deserve to feel supported both professionally and personally. Our team works alongside you throughout your placement to help you succeed in your school-based role. This FMLA opportunity offers the chance to make an immediate impact with PreK students while gaining valuable school-based experience and working alongside an educational team dedicated to student success. If you're an OT looking for a rewarding short-term school-based opportunity with a competitive hourly rate, we'd love to connect with you!Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance